Solenanthus atlanticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atlanticus
ID:
1276842
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pit.
Source:
tro
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Maroc : 26 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276180
Common Names
- Solenanthus atlanticus
- Atlantic Solenanthus
- Atlantic False Foxglove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Solenanthus atlanticus (also called Atlantic Solenanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is typically found in dry forests, scrublands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Solenanthus atlanticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Solenanthus atlanticus are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Solenanthus atlanticus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Solenanthus atlanticus
Solenanthus atlanticus can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Solenanthus atlanticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenanthus atlanticus?
Solenanthus atlanticus
What is the common name of Solenanthus atlanticus?
Atlantic Solenanthus
Where is Solenanthus atlanticus native to?
Mexico and Central America
Species in the Solenanthus genus
Solenanthus albanicus, Solenanthus apenninus, Solenanthus bakhtiaricus, Solenanthus albiflorus, Solenanthus pindicus, Solenanthus brachystemon, Solenanthus reverchonii, Solenanthus micranthus, Solenanthus scardicus, Solenanthus stamineus, Solenanthus plantaginifolius, Solenanthus karateginus, Solenanthus dubius, Solenanthus eriocalycinus, Solenanthus formosus, Solenanthus minimus, Solenanthus kokanicus, Solenanthus lanatus, Solenanthus hirsutus, Solenanthus circinatus, Solenanthus hupehensis, Solenanthus atlanticus, Solenanthus tubiflorus, Solenanthus watieri, Solenanthus strictissimus, Solenanthus apenninus, Solenanthus stamineus, Solenanthus turkestanicus,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,
References
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:120660-1: Based on the initial data import